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Description: This course offers an exploration of visual generative AI (GenAI) tools for image and design generation. Participants will gain a primer on visual GenAI tools, considerations for using GenAI, and some best practices for creating effective and accessible designs. Through hands-on activities, participants will develop skills in crafting descriptive prompts and selecting appropriate visual styles to generate unique images using Adobe Firefly. Additionally, they will learn how to generate visual elements to be incorporated into designs using Adobe Express.

This course is an elective that counts toward receiving a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.

*Disclaimers: 

• This course utilizes Adobe tools which are available to faculty, staff, and select student populations. Students will need to ensure they have access to Adobe apps before attending this workshop. 
• Adobe Firefly and Express are accessed via the web, so you do NOT need to download Adobe Creative Cloud.

Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:  

• Understand the basics of AI image and layout generation technology
• Write descriptive prompts and use visual style options to generate images that meet their needs. (Adobe Firefly)
• Write effective prompts to generate elements for graphic design. (Adobe Express)
• Understanding of general best practices for visual design while we use Adobe Express
  • Accessibility considerations (color contrast, font size, etc.), creating compositions (weight, size, repetitiveness, spacing), and exporting files

Duration: 90 minutes

Experience Level: Little or no familiarity with generative AI tools or visual design

Description: This course introduces participants to the Zoom AI Companion and its practical applications within a university setting. The course covers key features such as meeting summaries, real-time Q&A, interactive smart recordings, and whiteboard tools for generating sticky notes, tables, mind maps, and flowcharts. Participants will learn how to apply these tools to enhance productivity, collaboration, and learning in academic and administrative contexts through guided demonstrations and hands-on activities.

This course is an elective that counts toward receiving a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.   

Objectives: In this course, you will learn to: 

• Describe the main features of Zoom AI Companion
• Identify practical scenarios where Zoom AI Companion can enhance productivity, collaboration, or learning outcomes
• Demonstrate how to use Zoom AI Companion features to accomplish specific tasks

Duration: 90 minutes

Experience Level: Little or no familiarity with generative AI tools

Description: This course explores the critical analysis of generative AI to support responsible use of this technology. Learn how AI models are trained and why misinformation and biases may occur in AI-generated content. Develop strategies to analyze AI outputs and assess AI tools for quality and ethical considerations. Participants will be expected to engage in the evaluation process through collaborative, hands-on activities and reflective discussions.

This course is an elective that counts toward receiving a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.   

Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:  

• Describe how AI models are trained on data
• Summarize how misinformation and biases occur from training data
• Identify types of biases that arise in AI outputs
• Critically analyze AI outputs for accuracy and potential biases
• Explain how to critically evaluate AI tools

Duration: 90 minutes

Experience Level: Basic familiarity with generative AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT

Description: This course explores the critical analysis of generative AI to support responsible use of this technology. Learn how AI models are trained and why misinformation and biases may occur in AI-generated content. Develop strategies to analyze AI outputs and assess AI tools for quality and ethical considerations. Participants will be expected to engage in the evaluation process through collaborative, hands-on activities and reflective discussions.

This course is an elective that counts toward receiving a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.   

Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:  

• Describe how AI models are trained on data
• Summarize how misinformation and biases occur from training data
• Identify types of biases that arise in AI outputs
• Critically analyze AI outputs for accuracy and potential biases
• Explain how to critically evaluate AI tools

Duration: 90 minutes

Experience Level: Basic familiarity with generative AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT

Description: This course offers a focused exploration of prompting and iteration strategies for generative AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot. Through collaborative, hands-on activities and interactive exercises, participants will learn to write clear, effective prompts, apply refinement techniques such as prompt chaining, and assess AI-generated outputs for accuracy and relevance to achieve more reliable and useful results in a variety of academic and non-academic contexts. 

This course is required to receive a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.

Objectives: In this course, you will learn to: 

• Write effective prompts to get accurate and useful results from AI tools 
• Refine and improve AI outputs using practical feedback and iteration techniques 
• Evaluate AI-generated content to determine its accuracy and relevance to your needs

Duration: 90 minutes

Experience Level: Basic familiarity with generative AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT

Description: This course offers a focused exploration of prompting and iteration strategies for generative AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot. Through collaborative, hands-on activities and interactive exercises, participants will learn to write clear, effective prompts, apply refinement techniques such as prompt chaining, and assess AI-generated outputs for accuracy and relevance to achieve more reliable and useful results in a variety of academic and non-academic contexts. 

This course is required to receive a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.

Objectives: In this course, you will learn to: 

• Write effective prompts to get accurate and useful results from AI tools 
• Refine and improve AI outputs using practical feedback and iteration techniques 
• Evaluate AI-generated content to determine its accuracy and relevance to your needs

Duration: 90 minutes

Experience Level: Basic familiarity with generative AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT

Description: This course introduces generative AI to those with little or no prior experience engaging with this emerging technology. Participants obtain a foundational understanding of generative AI, its associated opportunities and implications, and basic strategies for composing and iterating prompts. Participants will be expected to engage in hands-on interaction with the Microsoft Copilot chatbot to begin generating practical outputs for personal and professional use cases. 

This course is an elective that counts toward receiving a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.   

Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:  

• Summarize what generative AI is, how it works, and how it differs from other AI types 
• Describe accuracy and ethical considerations associated with generative AI 
• Identify task-related opportunities with generative AI  
• Apply foundational prompting strategies to produce practical outputs with generative AI chatbots

Duration: 90 minutes

Experience Level: Little or no familiarity with generative AI and/or AI chatbots

Description: This course introduces generative AI to those with little or no prior experience engaging with this emerging technology. Participants obtain a foundational understanding of generative AI, its associated opportunities and implications, and basic strategies for composing and iterating prompts. Participants will be expected to engage in hands-on interaction with the Microsoft Copilot chatbot to begin generating practical outputs for personal and professional use cases. 

This course is an elective that counts toward receiving a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.   

Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:  

• Summarize what generative AI is, how it works, and how it differs from other AI types 
• Describe accuracy and ethical considerations associated with generative AI 
• Identify task-related opportunities with generative AI  
• Apply foundational prompting strategies to produce practical outputs with generative AI chatbots

Duration: 90 minutes

Experience Level: Little or no familiarity with generative AI and/or AI chatbots

Ready to take your AI skills to the next level? 
Academic Technology hosts 'Going Further with Generative AI,' a 90-minute workshop designed for faculty and staff comfortable with AI chatbot basics. Learn advanced prompting techniques, explore powerful chatbot features, and practice applying them to real-world challenges like streamlining communication, improving project management, or automating routine tasks. Through hands-on activities and collaboration, you'll gain practical skills and a toolkit of advanced AI prompts that can save you time and empower you to do your best work.

This workshop has been rescheduled from the original date of December 5th, 2024.

ITS is excited to announce another Microsoft Copilot training opportunity, and we're bringing it in person this time! In case you missed the first two trainings, here's your chance to jump in and get hands-on with the latest features and tips to make your workflow smoother and more efficient. Whether you're a Copilot pro or just getting started, we've got something for everyone, and we're excited to have you join the fun. The event will take place in Library 282, so join us and make the most of this in-person experience! Take advantage of this chance to level up your skills with expert guidance and a dash of in-person energy! We hope to see you there. 

What Can You Expect

• Comprehensive Overview of Microsoft Copilot’s Functionalities: Discover the full range of Copilot's powerful features, from everyday tasks to advanced capabilities, all explained in a clear and engaging way.
• Hands-On Demonstrations: Get up close and personal with Copilot during live demos, where you'll see key features in action and get the chance to try them yourself.
• Tips & Best Practices: Learn practical tips and tricks to seamlessly integrate Copilot into your daily workflow, helping you save time and boost productivity.
• Interactive Q&A Session: Bring your questions! We'll have a live Q&A to address any specific challenges or concerns, with personalized advice from our expert trainers.

Date and Time

Thursday, December 19, 2024, from 11 a.m. to Noon in Lib 282
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Join us in Library 282 for this exciting, in-person session and walk away with the knowledge and confidence to make Microsoft Copilot an essential part of your workday!